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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Orrechiette With Caramelized Onions, Sugar Snap Peas, And Ricotta Cheese ?

You need 7 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 4 cups (packed) chopped onions, 1 8-ounce package trimmed sugar snap peas, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 1 8-ounce package orecchiette (little ear-shaped pasta) or pasta shells, and more.

Orrechiette With Caramelized Onions, Sugar Snap Pea

Name: Orrechiette With Caramelized Onions, Sugar Snap Peas, And Ricotta Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 cups (packed) chopped onions; 1 8-ounce package trimmed sugar snap peas, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 8-ounce package orecchiette (little ear-shaped pasta) or pasta shells; 1/2 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese; 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel

Try this homemade Orrechiette With Caramelized Onions, Sugar Snap Peas, And Ricotta Cheese recipe the whole family will love. Made with extra-virgin oli…

This Orrechiette With Caramelized Onions, Sugar Snap Peas, And Ricotta Cheese relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as extra-virgin olive oil, (packed) chopped onions, whole-milk ricotta cheese and torn fresh basil leaves. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 408 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 cups (packed) chopped onions
1 8-ounce package trimmed sugar snap peas, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 8-ounce package orecchiette (little ear-shaped pasta) or pasta shells
1/2 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel

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4 servings
Calories
408 kcal
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